Control and Compound with Darren Mitchell
Debunking Dave Ramsey and Suze Orman | Is Life Insurance the Secret to Generational Wealth? | The Rockefeller Method | Part 6
08 Sep 2025
Watch the webinar on the Rockefeller Method now: https://shorturl.at/14eAL Darren and Christina are back for part 6 of The Rockefeller Method featuring a closer look at Garrett Gunderson's book "What Would the Rockefeller's Do?" Today, they're taking on Dave Ramsey and Suze Orman. For years, Ramsey and Orman have told millions of people that cash value life insurance is a terrible product and that you should "buy term and invest the difference." But is that really true or are they leaving out some crucial details? In this episode, we break down: Why Dave and Suze's advice isn't all bad (and when it actually makes sense). The BIG flaws in "buy term and invest the difference" once you factor in fees, volatility, taxes, and term costs. Why whole life insurance, when designed properly, can be the foundation for wealth creation and legacy building. How the Rockefellers used this exact strategy to build and protect generational wealth. The scarcity vs. abundance mindset behind Ramsey's approach compared to the Rockefeller strategy. Real numbers and Truth Concepts examples that show the massive difference between average returns and actual returns. We'll also cover why only about 1% of term policies ever pay out, how volatility crushes mutual fund returns, and why permanent life insurance can give you both freedom in retirement and a guaranteed tax-free legacy. Whether you're a Ramsey fan who's skeptical of whole life, or a wealth creator looking for a proven strategy that's worked for generations—you'll want to hear this breakdown. Show notes: 00:00 - Introduction 2:20 - Addressing some quotes from Dave and Suze 6:45 - "Buy term and invest the difference" 15:25 - Reducing long term insurance costs 16:15 - The foundation of the Rockefeller method 22:45 - How much insurance coverage do you actually need? 27:55 - Wrap up BOOK A CALL WITH US NOW: https://www.controlandcompound.com/contact-us FIND US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/controlandcompound/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@controlandcompound?lang=en FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/controlandcompound JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/controlandcompound Thank you for tuning in to this episode. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only, and is separate and apart from the wealth coach services provided by Darren Mitchell and Associates, Inc. To its qualified clients, Control and Compound Financial expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental or any other damages arising out of any individual's use of this podcast or the information in it. The views expressed here are those of each participant and guests, and not necessarily those of or endorsed by Control and Compound Financial, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and their respective directors, shareholders, officers, or employees. For full disclosure, visit controland compound.com/podcast-media.
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